Up to 400,000 tourists to visit Malaysia during Ramadan
A tourism expert said Malaysia’s appeal as a Ramadan destination continues to grow, attracting visitors primarily from Indonesia, Brunei, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and…
The joys and perils of buy-now-pay-later plans among Malaysia’s young people
Financial experts say the key to sustainable borrowing is financial literacy and discipline.
In Nepal’s Chitwan, unchecked human-wildlife conflict adds to conservation challenges
Better habitat management, timely identification of problematic animals and increased community engagement are key for conflict control, experts say.
Scores for historic Tokyo Beethoven concerts found
This is an important discovery that sheds light on how Western music was received in Japan in the early 20th century.
‘Doing the ghosting themselves’: Complaints about matchmaking agencies in Singapore on the rise
Clients say that companies became slow to respond after they paid for packages, leaving them to chase for dates.
Over 40 bats dropped to the ground at Singapore university in past 6 months
Grounded bats are often less adept at launching into flight from the ground, possibly due to exhaustion or injury, or because they are young and inexperienced, per an expert. This…
Luang Prabang in Laos wins Green Destinations Top 100 Story Award
Luang Prabang is one of the most well-known provinces in Laos and is a top tourist draw because of its riverside location, old temples, quaint streets and alleyways, colourful…
Multifaceted works show Chinese writer-painter’s novel ideas
With no formal training, artist captures Shanghai lives in his stories and illustrations, blending realism with a bit of absurdity.
Oscar-winning South Korean director Bong Joon-ho faces backlash over Blackpink comment
Oscar-winning director Bong Joon-ho is facing criticism from fans of Blackpink's Lisa after he did not include the name of the Thai star while naming Blackpink members in a recent…
Semi spot up for grabs after Bangladesh women’s kabaddi team thrash Malaysia 52-12
Bangladesh took to the ground strongly as the women in red and green dominated Malaysia in the first half and boasted a 27-5 lead before adding 25 more points in the second.